Brusino Arsizio facts for kids

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Country	Switzerland
Canton	Ticino
District	Lugano
Area
• Total	4.15 km2 (1.60 sq mi)
Elevation	277 m (909 ft)
Population  (Dec 2020 )
• Total	451
• Density	108.67/km2 (281.5/sq mi)
Postal code	6827
Surrounded by	Bissone, Melide, Meride, Morcote, Porto Ceresio (IT-VA), Riva San Vitale, Vico Morcote

Brusino Arsizio is a small town in Switzerland. It is located in the Ticino area, right by the beautiful Lake Lugano. It's part of the Lugano district.

History of Brusino Arsizio

Brusino Arsizio has been a home for people for a very long time. We know this because a Roman grave was found here in 1970. The town was first written about in 1167. Back then, it was called Bruxia.

In the 700s, a powerful family from Campione d'Italia owned land in Brusino. Later, around 1227, a monastery from Milan bought property here. They even built a tower to help protect the area.

The local church, San Michele, was built a long time ago during the time of the Lombards. In 1508, it became its own parish, separate from the main church in Riva San Vitale.

For many years, people in Brusino Arsizio mostly farmed, fished, and cut wood. They would sell the wood in Lugano. Things started to change in the late 1800s. New roads were built, connecting Brusino to nearby towns like Riva San Vitale (in 1875) and Porto Ceresio (in 1906).

Modern services arrived in the early 1900s. Brusino got drinking water in 1910 and electricity in 1914. After World War II, tourism became very important. Many hotels opened, and lots of visitors came. Today, Brusino Arsizio is still a popular place for tourists. Almost half of the houses are vacation homes!

Aerial view of Brusino Arsizio in 1964

Brusino Arsizio's Coat of Arms

The town's official symbol, its coat of arms, shows a silver tower on a blue background. The tower has red flames coming from it.

Geography and Nature

Lake Lugano seen from above Morcote. You can see Brusino Arsizio and Monte San Giorgio in the middle.

Brusino Arsizio covers an area of about 4 square kilometers (1.5 square miles). Most of this land, almost 90%, is covered by forests. About 7% of the land is used for farming, and another 7% has buildings and roads.

The town is located along Lake Lugano, near the border with Italy. Brusino Arsizio includes the main village and two smaller areas called Finate and Serpiano.

People of Brusino Arsizio

Brusino Arsizio has a population of about 480 people. Most people in the town speak Italian. About 12% speak German, and a smaller number speak French.

In 2009, the town had:

• 36 children (ages 0-9)
• 42 teenagers (ages 10-19)
• 43 young adults (ages 20-29)
• 53 people (ages 30-39)
• 81 people (ages 40-49)
• 88 people (ages 50-59)
• 59 seniors (ages 60-69)
• 39 seniors (ages 70-79)
• 33 people over 80 years old

Most homes in Brusino Arsizio are single-family houses. Many apartments are used for vacations, not as permanent homes.

Population Changes Over Time

Here's how the population of Brusino Arsizio has changed through the years:

Things to See

The entire village of Brusino Arsizio is considered an important heritage site in Switzerland. This means it has special historical or cultural value.

Economy and Jobs

In Brusino Arsizio, people work in different types of jobs.

• A small number of people work in farming.
• A few people work in manufacturing or construction.
• Most people work in the service industry. This includes jobs in hotels, shops, and other services.

Tourism is a big part of the town's economy. In 2009, Brusino Arsizio had 3 hotels with many rooms and beds for visitors.

Religion

Most people in Brusino Arsizio are Roman Catholic. A smaller number belong to the Swiss Reformed Church. Some people belong to other churches or do not state a religion.

Education in Brusino Arsizio

Switzerland has a good education system. In Brusino Arsizio, many adults have finished high school or gone on to college.

In 2009, there were 54 students in Brusino Arsizio.

• 5 children were in kindergarten.
• 12 students attended primary school (grades 1-5).
• 14 students were in a two-year middle school program.
• 9 students were in a four-year program to prepare for higher education.
• 7 students were in full-time job training programs.
• 4 students were in part-time job training programs.
• 3 students were in a special program to prepare for jobs like engineering or nursing.

Many students from Brusino Arsizio also go to schools in other towns.

See also

In Spanish: Brusino Arsizio para niños